"I've cut a bitch for less..."
This is the response I received from my Partner in Culinary Crime after demonstrating my mad chopstick skills to scoop up a wayward spicy scallop. You see, the creations at Tokyo Lobby are worth fighting for. Every last morsel. Of course I am going to risk life and limb!! :)
Before moving AZ, I was told by friends who were familiar with my sushi-loving ways that I had to try Tokyo Lobby. Nearly two years later, it was finally time to take their advice - we headed west into the uncharted territory of... Glendale!
That first visit was spectacular, and since then we have been back multiple times for both lunch and dinner. Sometimes twice in the same week - it is really that good.
We have tried a variety of items, but so far the favorites are:
- Hamachi Toro - yellowtail belly sashimi
- Spicy Scallops
- Chicago Roll - salmon on spicy crab and scallops
- What the Heck Roll - I can only describe this as spicy tuna heaven, with some jalapeno tossed in just because it is fun...
Try any and all of these with their fresh wasabi and citrus-infused ponzu. Amazing!!
Top this off with a large beer (Ichiban, please!) and hot sake for only $5.
From the fresh and perfectly prepared fish to the friendly and attentive owners and staff, a visit to Tokyo Lobby is really a pleasure. If Glendale is not what immediately comes to mind when you think of sushi, it will be soon!
Tanoshinde!!